How much does it cost to rent in Henderson, NV?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Henderson, NV is $1,826. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Henderson cheaper than other Nevada cities?

Henderson falls in the middle range for Nevada, ranking #10 out of 16 cities at $1,826/mo.

When was Henderson rent data last updated?

Henderson rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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City Report · NV

Henderson

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Pop. 332,141·10th most expensive in Nevada·Rental market data updated monthly for Henderson, NV

Median rent (all units)

$1,826/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.1%

vs US Median

-$139

Rising (Monthly)

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Henderson · $1,826

More affordable than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Henderson's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,826/mo

Expected by trend

$2,087/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Henderson's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,545

1 BR

$1,733

2 BR

$2,054

3 BR

$2,879

4 BR+

$3,333

Research median

$2,054/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,912/yr

At $1,826/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.1% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Henderson, NV is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 37.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

332,141

Median income

$90,138

Median age

42.8

Renters

33.9%

Age distribution

20.8%

18.4%

26.8%

13.2%

20.8%

Under 1820.8%

18–3418.4%

35–5426.8%

55–6413.2%

65+20.8%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

61.7%

18.1%

White61.7%

Black6.9%

Hispanic18.1%

Asian9.8%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

23.3%

32.9%

37.4%

No HS diploma6.4%

HS diploma23.3%

Some college32.9%

Bachelor's+37.4%

Housing tenure

66.1%

33.9%

Owner66.1%

Renter33.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Henderson, NV has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,472 → $1,826

up 24.0%

Income

$79,611 → $90,138

up 13.2%

Population

311,250 → 332,141

up 6.7%

Renter share

35.4% → 33.9%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

34.8% → 37.4%

+2.6 pts

Median age

42.3 → 42.8

+0.5 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Henderson, NV has climbed by $354 per month, settling near $1,826 after starting the period at $1,472. On the earnings side, the typical household in Henderson, NV now reports about $90,138, up from $79,611 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 311,250 to 332,141 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.7% change. About 33.9% of households rent today, against 35.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 34.8% to 37.4%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Henderson, NV reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Henderson on your salary?

At $1,826/mo, how Henderson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 23.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

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Henderson rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Henderson. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Henderson, NV

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Henderson is $1,826/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,545/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,054/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,733/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,879/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($90,138/yr), Henderson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Henderson an affordable city for renters?

Henderson is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,826/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($90,138/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Henderson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Henderson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,826/mo in Henderson. The local median household income is $90,138/yr, meaning the typical Henderson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Henderson?

Rent in Henderson has increased 3.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Henderson neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Henderson are 89014 ($1,468/mo), 89074 ($1,719/mo), and 89015 ($1,896/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Henderson is $1,826/mo.

How does Henderson rent compare to other cities in Nevada?

Henderson is middle-of-the-pack for Nevada for rent, ranking #10 out of 16 tracked cities at $1,826/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Henderson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Henderson ($1,826/mo): Boulder City ($1,509/mo), Las Vegas ($1,722/mo).

What percentage of Henderson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.9% of Henderson households are renters, while 66.1% are owner-occupied. Henderson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Henderson rent compare to the national average?

Henderson's median rent of $1,826/mo is $139 (7%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Nevada, it ranks #10 out of 16 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,826/mo, rent takes ~24% of Henderson's median household income ($90,138/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Henderson 24%Benchmark 30%

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